Three Women Charged After Alleged Texas Assault Linked to “Free Karmelo” Chants

Authorities in Texas have charged three women following an alleged assault outside a nightclub in Longview that has drawn widespread attention online.

According to reports, the alleged victim, Sammie Lee, told investigators that her attackers repeatedly shouted “Free Karmelo” during the incident. She later shared photos on social media showing injuries that appeared to include cuts to her forehead, bruising around one eye, and a neck brace.

Court records identify the three women charged as Dejae Shalyn Brown, 26, Alana Mumphrey, 25, and Ciarrianne Fuller, 21. The charges relate to the alleged assault, and the case is expected to proceed through the legal system.

Media reports have also cited allegations that the group intended to target “the smallest white girl they could find.” Those allegations remain part of the ongoing case and have not been proven in court.

The incident has sparked intense public debate and widespread reaction across social media. As with any criminal case, the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

Investigators continue to examine the evidence as the case moves through the judicial process.